Associate Professor, Social Sciences, School Of Social Sciences

This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person. Please refer to the Guidelines for Confirmation of Identity for Indigenous Australians for the requirements of this position.
About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia's fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 11 campuses - many in Western Sydney CBD locations - and more than 200,000 alumni, 49,500 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 13 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.
About the Role
The School of Social Sciences is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor in Social Sciences.
The Associate Professor in Social Sciences will be responsible for contributing substantively to the leadership of teaching, research and engagement activities as a member of the School of Social Sciences and a member of the Professoriate. The position holder will have responsibility for providing leadership to enhance the School's research profile and expand research impact in academia, industry and community. The position will also play a key leadership role in providing mentoring advice to early and mid-career academics to enrich research output and career aspirations.
Skills/Experience
The successful candidate must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person, and hold a current NSW Employee Working with Children Check clearance, have a PhD in a Social Sciences discipline or a related discipline and have an esteemed research profile demonstrated by substantive research funding acquisition, scholarly publications in high-quality journals.
The position will be based at the Liverpool City Campus with the expectation of travel to other campuses where required.
Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally.
Benefits
Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer:

• 17% super contributions
• Multi-Campus opportunities
• Salary Packaging options

For further information, please refer to the position description through the apply link.
If this sounds like you, apply now and ensure you address all items in the selection criteria in your application.
Remuneration Package: Academic Level D $197,077 to $216,457 p.a. (comprising Salary of $166,986 to $183,550 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please contact Professor Corrinne Sullivan, Associate Dean, Indigenous Education via email
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 24 March 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.
Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
Company
Western Sydney University is a major urban university spread over six campuses in Western Sydney, the nation's third largest economy and a region of great opportunity, diversity, challenge and growth. The University has a strong connection to Greater Western Sydney, working with its communities and businesses to contribute to the region's growth. The University is culturally diverse, with approximately 3,315 staff and 44,000 students drawn from Australia and around the world.
Company info Telephone +(61)298525222 Location LOCKED BAG 1797
PENRITH SOUTH DC
NEW SOUTH WALES
NSW 2751
Australia
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